X-linked gene

noun

Any gene located on the sex chromosomes. Typically, these genes are found on the X chromosome and not on the Y chromosome.

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Meanings

nounX-linked gene (plural X-linked genes)

plural X-linked genes

  1. biologyAny gene located on the sex chromosomes. Typically, these genes are found on the X chromosome and not on the Y chromosome.
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